The Royal Order of Scotland
To gather an association of worthy masons and gentlemen of all states to assemble annually for social intercourse and festive enjoyments, to the end that each may become richer at every meeting, by the acquisition of new friendships, and the strengthened ties of old ones; wiser, by learning to set a higher estimate on human nature; truer and nobler by self-correction, and the communion of wise and proud men.
The Royal Order of Scotland at a glance
In short: The Royal Order of Scotland gave $66K across 5 grants in 2025 (avg $13K), top state Virginia. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $66,000
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 5
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $13,200
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $5,236,968
- +12.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Virginia (45% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who The Royal Order of Scotland funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association ($30K). Together the top 5 received $66K.
Grant Size Distribution
25 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 25 grants of 25 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Royal Order of Scotland gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+0%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $66K (2021) to $66K (2025). In 2025 it made 5 grants totaling $66K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association Alexandria, VA | Education | $30,000 |
| The Knight's Templar Eye Foundation Inc Flower Mound, TX | Medical Research | $10,000 |
| The Supreme Council SJ Scottish Rite Foundation NW Washington, DC | Education | $10,000 |
| The Supreme Council NMJ Scottish Rite Benevolent Foundation Lexington, MA | Almoners Fund | $10,000 |
| The Masonic Service Association Cedar Rapids, IA | Publish Visitor Publication | $6,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,236,968 | $602,016 | $395,458 | $66,000 | 5 | $311,967 |
| 2024 | $4,659,826 | $410,010 | $393,081 | $66,000 | 5 | $197,212 |
| 2023 | $4,283,554 | $103,680 | $155,292 | $66,000 | 5 | $47,764 |
| 2022 | $3,934,521 | $509,334 | $269,841 | $66,000 | 5 | $271,780 |
| 2021 | $4,603,998 | $328,912 | $262,002 | $66,000 | 5 | $122,306 |
About The Royal Order of Scotland
Based on IRS filings
The Royal Order of Scotland is a public charity focused on Academics, based in Belle Vernon, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $5.2M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 5 grants totaling $66K. Net investment income was $312K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Royal Order of Scotland's 2025 filing lists 18 officers; none of the 18 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Chris M. Jessen
Provincial Grand Director
Provincial Grand Director → Provincial Grand Director of Music, 2024
Provincial Grand Director of Music → Provincial Grand Director, 2025
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andre E. Lovas
Senior Provincial Grand Gu
Senior Provincial Grand Gu → Senior Provincial Grand Guardian, 2024
Senior Provincial Grand Guardian → Senior Provincial Grand Gu, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bryce B. Hildreth
Senior Provincial Grand Wa
Junior Provincial Grand Wa → Senior Provincial Grand Wa, 2024
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
George D. Seghers
Junior Provincial Grand Gu
Junior Provincial Grand Gu → Junior Provincial Grand Guardian, 2024
Junior Provincial Grand Guardian → Junior Provincial Grand Gu, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
George R. Adams
Provincial Grand Marischal
Senior Provincial Grand Wa → Provincial Grand Marischal, 2024
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeffrey M. Wonderling
Provincial Grand Master
Provincial Grand Tiler → Provincial Grand Marischal, 2022
Provincial Grand Marischal → Provincial Grand Master, 2024
On filings since 2021
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joe R. Manning Jr.
Provinical Grand Steward
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John L. Cooper III
Provincial Grand Steward
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Martin R. Trent
Provincial Grand Chaplain
Provincial Grand Marischal → Provincial Gran Sword Bear, 2022
Provincial Gran Sword Bear → Provincial Grand Chaplain, 2024
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael D. Brumback
Provincial Grand Guarder
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Reese L. Harrison Jr.
Sub. Provincial Grand Mast
On filings since 2021
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard W. Van Doren
Junior Provincial Grand Wa
Provincial Grand Chaplain → Junior Provincial Grand Warden, 2024
Junior Provincial Grand Warden → Junior Provincial Grand Wa, 2025
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William B. Brunk
Sub. Provincial Grand Mast
On filings since 2021
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William M. Kratzenberg
Provincial Grand Secretary
On filings since 2021
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William R. Miller
Sub. Provincial Grand Mast
On filings since 2021
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Douglas N. Kaylor
Provincial Grand Sword Bea
Provincial Grand Tiler → Provincial Grand Sword Bearer, 2024
Provincial Grand Sword Bearer → Provincial Grand Sword Bea, 2025
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kim Bowman
Provincial Grand Tiler
Officer - Degree Team → Provincial Grand Tiler, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert F. Dunkle
Provincial Grand Treasurer
New on the 2025 filing
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: James E. Winzenreid (2021–2024) — Provincial Grand Master
- Former: William D. Hartman (2021) — Provincial Grand Chaplain
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Royal Order of Scotland
How much does The Royal Order of Scotland give each year?
The Royal Order of Scotland gave $66K across 5 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $66K across 5 grants.
What is The Royal Order of Scotland's typical grant size?
The Royal Order of Scotland's median grant in 2025 was $10,000, and its average grant was $13,200, across 5 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does The Royal Order of Scotland give grants?
The Royal Order of Scotland's top state is Virginia, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Texas (15%) and District of Columbia (15%).
Does The Royal Order of Scotland give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on The Royal Order of Scotland's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Royal Order of Scotland's largest grantees?
The Royal Order of Scotland's largest 2025 grantees include The George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association ($30,000), The Knight's Templar Eye Foundation Inc ($10,000) and The Supreme Council SJ Scottish Rite Foundation ($10,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 76% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Royal Order of Scotland?
The Royal Order of Scotland reported $5.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $602K.
What is The Royal Order of Scotland?
The Royal Order of Scotland is a public charity focused on Academics, based in Belle Vernon, PA. It holds $5.2M in total assets as of 2025.
What is The Royal Order of Scotland's EIN?
The Royal Order of Scotland's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-6041742. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 24, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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